Griffin Sport Fishing Charters

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Come experience the best fishing that Lake Michigan has to offer with Griffin Sportfishing Charters! Lake Michigan is home to an abundance of Trout, Salmon, and Panfish, but these illusive fish are tough to catch if you don’t know where to find them. Take the guess work out of your fishing trip...

Come experience the best fishing that Lake Michigan has to offer with Griffin Sportfishing Charters! Lake Michigan is home to an abundance of Trout, Salmon, and Panfish, but these illusive fish are tough to catch if you don’t know where to find them. Take the guess work out of your fishing trip and get ready for a rod bending day with Griffin Sportfishing Charters!

Captain Brian Griffin is the owner and operator of Griffin Sportfishing Charters. With more than 15 years of experience fishing on Lake Michigan, it’s safe to say that Captain Brian will effortlessly help you fill your coolers! Want to know the secret to catching fish? Fish where the fish are! Lake Michigan is the second largest of the Great Lakes, second only to Lake Superior. And not every part of the lake produces fish. Captain Brian knows the different depths, currents, and water temperatures where the Lake Michigan game fish are commonly found.

Located in Winthrop Harbor, just south of Kenosha, Illinois you’ll find Griffin Sportfishing Charter’s 36ft Sport Fisherman. She’s spacious enough to comfortably fish a maximum of 6 anglers. Captain Brian has outfitted the vessel with a variety of fishing equipment and comfort features. The downriggers will make it easier to troll multiple rods, and the First Mate will handle all of the rigging throughout the day. Inside, you can find a bed, saloon (living room), a shower, and a toilet. If you want to escape the elements for a little in between bites, sneak inside for a quick nap!

Bring your family, your friends, or your co-workers. Captain Brain welcomes any angler with a good attitude! You have the option to select between Griffin Sportfishing Charter’s 6hr AM, PM, and Full Day trips. No matter which trip you decide to book, the price for the day includes: a First Mate (please note that it’s customary to tip the mate 20% if you’re happy with his service), all Rods, Reels, and Terminal Tackle, and Fresh/Live Bait. Season Dependent, Captain Brian will put you on the following species: Brown Trout, Coho Salmon, King Salmon, Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout, and Steelhead.

Spending a day of your stay in Winthrop Harbor with Griffin Sportfishing Charters fishing Lake Michigan will prove to be the highlight of your trip! Rod bending Lake Trout, delicious King Salmon, and unbelievable pictures are what you can expect when you book with Captain Brian Griffin. He’s looking forward to showing YOU why Lake Michigan is one of the top fishing destinations in all the U.S! Book today, fish on!

Popular Features:

  • Fish Cleaning Included
  • Toilet On Board
  • Children Welcome
  • Fishing Tackle Included
  • First Mate
  • Fishing Trips with Griffin Sport Fishing Charters start at: $590.00

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  • Your Captain will provide:

    • Catch Cleaning & Filleting
    • Fresh or Live Bait
    • Lures
    • Rods Reels Terminal Tackle

    You’ll need to bring drinks (no glass bottles), snacks, weather appropriate clothing, sunglasses, sunscreen, etc.

  • Weather cancellations are at your Captain’s discretion, your safety is their number one priority! You will receive a refund for any weather cancellation, or you can choose to reschedule your trip for a different date.

  • 701 North Point Drive Winthrop Harbor, IL

    • Brown Trout
    • Lake Trout
    • Rainbow Trout
    • King Salmon
    • Coho Salmon
    • Steelhead
    Your Captain will have you targeting the species biting most frequently on the days leading up to your trip!

Trips:

You will have the opportunity to select backup dates in checkout (if applicable)

5 Hour - (4) Person MAX

$590.00

Offered 04/26/24 - 07/31/24 Mon, Tues, Thur, Fri

Price includes up to 4 guests

5:00am - 10:00am CST (5 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 7 Days before the trip
Trip Details

This 5-hour morning charter for up to 4 guests is the perfect trip for family, friends, or co-workers that prefer to go fishing in a smaller group. All rods, reels, tackle are included. One-day fishing licenses and fish cleaning and bagging are available!

Half Day Trip (AM)

$850.00

Offered 04/26/24 - 10/01/24 Mon, Tues, Thur, Fri, Sat, Sun

Price includes up to 6 guests

5:00am - 11:00am CST (6 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 7 Days before the trip
Trip Details

***MOST POPULAR*** This expedition is perfect for all anglers who like to get up before the sun, enjoy the quiet, and have their line in water before sunrise. On the menu are Coho and Chinook Salmon, as well as Lake, Rainbow, and Brown Trout. Pack your fishing license, favorite nibbles, and drinks. All tackle included, professional fish cleaning & bagging is available!

Half Day Trip (PM)

$850.00

Offered 04/26/24 - 10/01/24 Mon, Tues, Thur, Fri, Sat, Sun

Price includes up to 6 guests

11:00am - 5:00pm CST (6 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 7 Days before the trip
Trip Details

Our 6 hour afternoon is a perfect option for friends, family, and co-workers. We normally leave the dock at 11AM. All you need to do is bring a cooler with your choice of food & drink ( Non-breakable) and we'll take care of the rest. 1-day fishing licenses are available on the boat as well as professional fish cleaning and bagging of your catch!

Full Day Trip

$1,050.00

Offered 04/26/24 - 10/01/24 Mon, Tues, Thur, Fri

Price includes up to 6 guests

5:00am - 1:00pm CST (8 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 7 Days before the trip
Trip Details

***An 8 hour charter on Lake Michigan gives anglers the absolute most bang for their buck!*** Lake, Brown, and Rainbow Trout are all in the cards, and of course, Chinook and Coho Salmon. Stock up on food and drinks, and don't forget your fishing license. New in 2022: all weekday charters (Mon-Fri) during August and September will be 8-hour charters. This allows us plenty of time to travel to fish and stay on a good bite.
Customer Reviews
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6 Hour Trip (PM)
Both the captain and the first mate are A number one, we caught our limit and they were spot on with a swivel on their head on every line that was in the water. Will be booking again as an annual trip for my family. Thank you Brian and Robert
Both the captain and the first mate are A number one, we caught our limit and they were spot on with a swivel on their head on every line that was in the water. Will be booking again as an annual trip for my family. Thank you Brian and Robert
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8 Hour Trip
Already booked next year’s trip, had a great time can’t wait to see how much fun we have next year!
Already booked next year’s trip, had a great time can’t wait to see how much fun we have next year!
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6 Hour Trip (AM)
The little lady got the first fish and a couple of the nice big ones.
The little lady got the first fish and a couple of the nice big ones.
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Additional Features:

  • Saftey Equipment

  • Life Jackets
  • Fire Extinguishers
  • First-aid Equipment
  • Cpr-trained Crew
  • Flares
  • Vhf Radio
  • Navigation

  • Gps
  • Fish Finder
  • Radar
  • Price Includes

  • Catch Cleaning & Filleting
  • Fresh Or Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Rods Reels Terminal Tackle
  • First Mate

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